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Totally Having A Moment: Pendleton Coats

Even if you don't live deep in the mountains where the temperature regularly drops below zero, you may find yourself wrapped up in a seriously toasty Native American print Pendleton coat this winter--because they're totally having a fashion moment!

The classic Pendleton coat has been around since 1909, and Native Americans were making similar-style blankets from bark and fur long before that, but the look is experiencing a total rebirth for 2010. Pendleton teamed up with extreme arbiters of chic Opening Ceremony this season on a capsule collection of coats, dresses, socks and blazers that's cozy and cool at the same time.

Gossip Girl stylist Eric Daman was so keen on the collection, he put Jessica Szohr's character in one of the pieces on a recent episode, mixing up the cropped coat's bold hues with a more subtle plaid and a chic studded bag. In the weeks that followed, celebs and personal style bloggers jumped all over the trend, and Pendleton announced another collaboration with Levi's (photos below):

What do you dolls think of the modern twist on the Pendleton coat? Still too old-fashioned looking for you? Or do you think it feels really fresh? Do you already own a Native American style coat? How do you wear yours? Discuss!